By Design | 2013 | summer issue

Inside By Design

FROM THE EDITOR SINCE THE DEBUT of By Design, my life has been changing—some for the good, some for the not so good, and some with a question mark as to what the future will bring. Change is one of those things that is not always welcome but is necessary to grow our faith. Of late, the verse I’ve clung to is Jeremiah 29:11,

“For I know the plans I have for you,” says the LORD. “They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope.”

I’ve also been mindful of Isaiah 55:8,

“My thoughts are completely different from yours,” says the LORD. “And my ways are far beyond anything you could imagine.”

Women’s Ministry Strategist

God’s ways are indeed far beyond anything I could imagine. He is full of surprises, but the one constant is that God is with me through it all. Bottom line, change often puts our faith to the test and deepens our relationship with God. My prayer for you is that if you are facing change, you will embrace it, endure it, and be encouraged knowing God will see you through it.

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Chase — Chasing After the Heart of God DVD Bible Study by Jennie Allen

What are you chasing?

We’re all chasing after something, something that we think will make us happy— comfort, success, a bigger house, or someone’s approval. But if we are all honest, it feels like trying to catch the wind.

A man after God’s own heart—As David’s life weaves throughout the pages of Scripture, we see he was a man who spent his life chasing after God. Chase explores the events that defined David’s life and the Psalms that flowed out of those experiences. Through David’s example, we’ll discover what God really wants from us.

The lessons in this study are simple, yet deep and very interactive, offering Bible study, stories, and projects to dig into Scripture and deeply engage the mind and heart. God has carved out a space in each of us that only He can fill. So whether you are running from God or running yourself ragged to please Him, David’s journey will challenge your view of God. Although God is invisible, He is the only thing we can chase that won’t leave us feeling emptier.

TOOLS:

STUDY. The study guide uses projects, stories, and Bible study. There are seven weeks of Bible study and an introductory session for your group.

SEE. Eight short but deep videos provide a starting place for meeting God and for transparent conversations. Each video is 8–12 minutes long.

ASK. Conversation cards offer questions for spontaneous and authentic discussion time. You choose the questions that speak to you.

LEAD. The leader’s guide prepares you to lead this study and encourages you along the way.

“I just love Jennie. She is so transparent about her faults and the things she struggles with in this life, and she puts herself out there to hopefully encourage other people by her own journey.

Jennie is relatable—she shares with you as a trusted friend, and I admire that about her.”

– Chelsey

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FOOD FOR THOUGHT

Taste and see that the LORD is good. Oh, the joys of those who trust in him! –Psalm 34:8

THE MAGAZINE FOR CHRISTIAN WOMEN AN ONLINE PUBLICATION OF THE SBC OF VIRGINIA Editor Tammy Bennett Creative Director/Online Publisher Patti Spencer Production Creative Partner Innovative Faith Resources (IFR) Vice President, IFR Brandon Pickett Published by the SBC of Virginia Executive Director Brian Autry Church Strengthening Team Leader Steve Bradshaw Women’s Ministry Strategist Tammy Bennett

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Mac & Cheese MA MA MEL’S MAC & CHEESE “There’s a reason we call it comfort food—it’s comforting.

We know what it is going to taste like, and we know we are going to feel good when we eat it. That kind of predictability is priceless.” - Lisa Nothing comforts us like a bowl of macaroni smothered in gooey, creamy, bubbly cheese. When anxiety strikes and everything around us is changing, there’s something about turning to the tried and true childhood favorite—good old mac & cheese like mama use to make. If only for a moment, it curbs our anxiety and takes us back to simpler times.

6 ounces sharp cheddar, cubed 6 ounces colby-jack, cubed 6 ounces muenster, cubed

1 block of Velveeta, cubed

1 large box of macaroni, cooked according to instructions on package 3 eggs

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1 stick of butter, melted

½ pint of whipping cream In a large bowl, mix together eggs, butter, and whipping cream.

Stir in macaroni and cheeses. Transfer to a baking dish and bake at 350 degrees for 35–45 minutes.

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AND THE survey

Whether you are just starting out or evaluating your present Women’s Ministry needs, one of the most effective and inexpensive tools you can use is an assessment survey.

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To help you develop a survey unique to your women, your church, and your community, reference the following survey guidelines: 1.

ESTABLISH THE GOALS. What do you want to learn from the survey? Be specific.

2. DECIDE ON THE BEST SURVEY METHOD. Options include telephone surveys, personal one-on-one conversations, handouts, mailers, an insert in the church bulletin, email, or Internet questionnaires on the church website. Each survey method has advantages and disadvantages based on budget, personnel, and resources.

3. PREPARE THE QUESTIONS FOR THE SURVEY. The questions are important to collect useful information; however, remember to keep it short, simple, and straightforward. Lengthy, complicated surveys discourage participation. Depending on the kind of survey you are taking, you will either want to ask for contact information or keep it anonymous. For example, if you are looking for women to volunteer in certain areas of ministry, you will want them to complete information so they can be contacted in the future. If the goal is just to obtain information, anonymous surveys are sufficient.

4. DISTRIBUTE AND COLLECT THE SURVEYS. Make the return of the information as easy as possible. Either have a designated drop box or appoint gals to pick up surveys from Sunday School classes or weekly Bible study groups. Also, to encourage participation, reward the participants with a piece of chocolate candy or a special door prize drawing. *Note: If you mail out surveys, be sure to include postage-paid envelopes for the return.

5. REVIEW THE RESULTS. Discover who your women are, what their needs are, and what types of programs they are looking for. Remember, you can’t please everyone, but you can try for a majority.

USE THE SAMPLE SURVEY ON THE NEXT PAGE TO DEVELOP YOUR OWN SURVEY.

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Sample Survey Women’s Ministry Questionnaire

Please complete the following to help our church plan ministry to and with women.

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What is your age?

18-24

25-39

40-55

56-70

71+

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What is your marital status?

single

married

separated

divorced

widowed

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By age, how many children do you have?

newborn —2 years

preschool

elementary

middle/ high school

adult

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Will you need childcare to attend activities?

always

most of the time

sometimes

never

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Which describes you best?

homemaker

retired

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What interests you the most in Women’s Ministry?

fellowship opportunities

missions

friendships

daytime, weekdays

evening, weekdays

weekends

Bible studies

music/ concerts

luncheons/ dinners

prayer

employed, full time

outreach

employed, part time

Bible studies

other:

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Which time of the week is best for your schedule?

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What kind of fellowship events interest you? retreats/confs

banquets

other:

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after-church fellowships

intercessory prayer mtgs

in-home fellowships/ coffees

What kind of Bible studies would you participate in? life application book club/review: (type of books you like to read) discipleship

witnessing/ sharing my testimony

books of the Bible

prayer

women’s interest (ex: marriage, child rearing, divorce, etc.)

Christianity in the workplace

local service projects

short-term mission trips

prayer

social/ friendship

outlet to serve church and community

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I would like to learn more about:

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What are your greatest Women’s Ministry needs? (check all that apply) prayer support

spiritual (Bible studies)

other:

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I would participante in: other:

personal (how to cook, sew, clean, etc.)

mentoring

counseling

outreach projects

prayerwalking

short-term mission trips

Sample survey continued on next page.

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Sample Survey Women’s Ministry Questionnaire

We value your input. Please continue filling out this questionnaire.

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Which community ministries interest you? (check all that apply) food pantry/ clothing closet

tutoring (ESL)

pregnancy center

literacy

hospital ministry

ministry to shut-ins

nursing home ministry

publicity

food prep & organization

decorating

childcare

prayer committee

women’s Bible study

women’s events

other:

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I would be willing to help with the following at a women’s event:

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I currently attend: (check all that apply)

Sunday School

worship

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Have you been active in Women’s Ministry?

yes

no

Please explain: (if yes, how; if no, why)

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I am interested in these extracurricular courses: cooking

car repair

teaching

finances

first aid

knitting

decorating

drama

public speaking

exercise

health & beauty

music

politics

gardening

hospitality

crafts

computer

self-defense

single again

sewing

divorce recovery

organization

time management

sports

scrapbooking

writing

marriage enrichment

parenting/ grandparenting

other:

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Describe what you would like to see in our Women’s Ministry:

outlet to serve church and community

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Living Water

Jesus and the Samaritan Woman

five failed marriages and current immoral living situation. If His declaration surprises us, we can imagine it stunned her, leaving her slack-jawed and staring at the stranger before her. Talk about a conversation stopper!

Why did He do it? If He was truly attempting to woo her into a relationship with Him, it seems like a strange way to go about it. Rather than draw her to Him, wouldn’t the resulting guilt and shame from such a blunt indictment turn her away?

Actually, the effect was quite the opposite. The revelation would help her understand not only what He was offering but also how desperately she needed what He wanted to give. With His stunning statement, He was letting her know He had seen it all—the good, the bad, and the ugly in her life.

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she leaned over to draw water from the well, she was startled to hear the stranger speak. “Give me a drink?” he asked. She almost dropped her jar.

Of course, she had noticed him as she approached the well, sitting alone on the low stone wall surrounding the well’s opening. Mostly she had noticed he was a Jew because of the telltale band of blue around the hem of his garment. In Samaria, Jews were not known for their friendliness. They regarded her people as unclean, and most would never deign to speak with a Samaritan. Yet here he was, striking up a conversation. With a female Samaritan, no less!

She had to ask. “How is it that you, being Jewish and all, are asking me, a Samaritan woman, for a drink?”

He smiled kindly at her. “If you knew who was asking, you would be asking me what I could give you: living water.”

Thus began the strange encounter that would change her life forever.

What importance does the conversation between Jesus and the Samaritan woman have for us today? A careful read affords a glimpse of a purposeful Savior, carefully guiding her, tickling her curiosity, appealing to her need. But then, without warning, Jesus shocks us with an outrageous statement: He knows of her

Jesus was inviting her to an intimate relationship with God. There cannot be intimacy without full knowledge. Before such a relationship could be established, she must understand that He knew the worst and that He wanted her anyway. She needed to know the grace He offered would cover it all.

We don’t deal with cancer by slapping on a Band-Aid. It would continue to eat away at the healthy cells until it took over and killed the body. Rather, the surgeon skillfully exposes and removes the sick, corrupted cells. Only then can true healing begin.

So for the Samaritan woman, Jesus left no stone unturned.

The exposure was purposed to bring a curative effect to her deepest, most secret parts. As shaming as it might have been to hear the words said out loud, it was also freeing to have everything out into the open. No secrets left to hide. He knew it all and loved her regardless.

God offers the same copious grace to us today. He had an intimate relationship in mind for the Samaritan woman. It’s what He wants with us as well. But that relationship can only be established and continued through His grace. We bring nothing to the table. He has no illusions about us. He wants us regardless.

Our secret failures and fears can keep us from a satisfying relationship with our loving God. As positive as other people’s

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perceptions of us might be, we know better. Our guilt can eventually spur us on to a performance-based relationship with God. We strive to stay on God’s good side with our service or acts of devotion, somehow trying to earn His love in spite of our shortcomings.

Unexpected Love: God’s Heart Revealed in Jesus’ Conversations with Women, was recently released by Thomas Nelson Publishers. Julie and her husband live in Annapolis, MD. You can find her blog at unexpectedgod.com. Additional resources for study groups can be found at unexpectedlove.org.

In the Bible, guilt is not a feeling. It is rather a position, a state of being. Before Jesus, we stood condemned, guilty beyond a doubt. But when Christ took our punishment, the Heavenly Judge banged his gavel and declared us innocent of all charges. Grace has permanently changed our status from guilty to free.

What Jesus revealed to the Samaritan woman has huge implications for us in our relationship with Him. He knew the ugly before He saved us. He knows the ugly that remains in the flesh. The Bible describes grace with words like abundant, abounding, and surpassing. Like a fountain spilling over, God’s grace is a source that will never run dry. We cannot overwhelm or out-sin His grace.

Whatever we have done, God’s grace is bigger. In the moment of salvation, and in our continuing walk with Him, our acceptance with Him is through grace alone.

Contributed by Julie Coleman, author and speaker.

Ms. Coleman dedicates herself to helping others understand and know an unexpected God. Her new book,

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Sweet Monday Women’s Socials on a Shoestring…

Tied to a Generous God Sweet Monday is a creative evangelism tool that reaches out to women one sweet invitation at a time, connecting them with Christ and each other.

Through Sweet Monday, women laugh a lot, learn from each other, and leave with a simple introduction to Jesus Christ.

Sweet Monday is simple… Seek ye first the kingdom of God. (Matthew 6:33)

Sweet Monday is sweet… How sweet are your words to my taste, sweeter than honey to my mouth.

(Psalm 119:103)

Sweet Monday is salty… You are the salt of the earth. (Matthew 5:13a) Women are very busy but also isolated and lonely.

Realizing this need in my own life 18 years ago, I opened my home the first Monday night of the month to women in my neighborhood, church family, friends, and acquaintances—really to anyone who wanted to attend. I served one simple dessert full of fat, decaf coffee, and tea; a dose of inspiration from God’s Word; and candy for the women to share or eat on the ride home…and all on a shoestring budget! Years later, not

The Fields Are [Pink] for Harvest!...

– John 4:35

much has changed since the first meeting. I still host 30–50 women on the first Monday of the month, I still serve a simple dessert, and I still share a 5-minute Gospel message tied to the theme of the evening. Not only that, but my heart still beats fast as I fight off the fear of identifying myself with Christ to neighbors, friends, and acquaintances—but the good news is the Good News never gets old.

I’ll never forget standing in a long line at the post office one day and meeting and inviting a young woman to Sweet Monday.

During the short Gospel devotion, I always say, “If there is anyone who does not know where she stands with God or wants to talk further, my name and number are on the pink card I’ve handed out.” That evening as the young girl was leaving, she asked to call me. When she did, I invited her over for grilled cheese and tomato soup. Like all of us, she had problems, and I told her I could not fix them but I knew the One who could. Even knowing the Gospel, I muddled my way through, hoping in my nervousness that she would receive Christ into her heart. And as a matter of fact, she did so right there at my kitchen table. I can tell you for sure, it wasn’t because of any slick presentation! It was all because of God! Now celebrating 18 years of creative evangelism ministry, as Sweet Monday has grown, so has the outreach. On May 16,

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Sweet Monday continued

2005, Sweet Monday hosted the world’s largest tea party at the University of Richmond. (Some of you in attendance may find yourself in the pink picture!) Sweet Monday is also known throughout Richmond for its annual clutter auction where women can bring one piece of unwrapped clutter but no money, just lots of giggles and laughter galore! Who knew that way back when, God would take a 90-minute program started in my home in Richmond, VA and multiply it to every continent except Antarctica!

Through it all, if there is one thing I’ve learned about outreach, it’s that God’s truth and laughter can mix. Yes, fun and faithfulness go together! Sweet Monday offers a wonderful, practical way for women to remember biblical truths; it can be used in any women’s social setting; and it is easily adaptable to fit the needs of any group. I long for it to encourage you to reach out to the women around you with the sweet aroma of Christ.

S. P. Sweet Peas, please come to my home for Sweet Monday! Visit www.sweetmonday.org for dates and email info@sweetmonday.org or call 804-754-4333 or directions. Bring your team and/or neighbors and learn how simple and FUN it is to reach out from your church and widen the circles!

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Kim Newlen is the founder and president of Sweet Monday, an international nonprofit ministry that emphasizes fun while training women in creative evangelism. With a mission of reaching out to women one sweet invitation at a time for Christ, Kim encourages women to daily hear God’s voice above all others—through His Word—and energizes them to share Christ in a sweet and simple way. Kim is the author of Tyndale’s One Year Sweet and Simple Moments with God Devotional, available September 2013 everywhere books are sold.

FASHIONstyle MakeOver Minute #87

Faithfully Fit

ON the INSIDE Usually, when we refer to someone being in love with him or herself, we’re talking about someone who is conceited. But that’s not the case with being faithfully fit. It’s one thing to be conceited, but it’s an entirely different thing to be self-confident through a loving relationship with God. This is a real love. It is not that we loved God, but that He loved us and sent His Son as a sacrifice to take away our sins. (1 John 4:10) Because the God of the universe loved you first, you can love and accept who you are because you were created in His image (see Genesis 1:27). As a Christian, God’s love for you is unconditional. Do you have that kind of love for yourself?

ON the OUTSIDE One day, I telephoned one of the top modeling agencies in the world and asked, “What is the number-one quality you look for in a potential model?” To my surprise, it wasn’t height, weight, or fabulous hair—it was faith! You must have faith, thick skin, and self-confidence in endless amounts to enter the harsh world of modeling. The answer surprised me at first, but once I stopped to think about it, it made total sense. With that occupation comes a seemingly endless amount of rejection, and it requires inner strength to survive.

All of us have been faced with rejection of some sort. Maybe you’ve been rejected by your parents, your spouse, a family member, a friend, or an employer. It happens to us all. The secret to overcoming rejection lies in having faith in yourself. If you’re constantly finding yourself on the outs, take a look inside. Chances are, you’ll discover that you don’t truly like yourself, and when you don’t accept and respect yourself, others usually won’t either.

To like yourself and deal with rejection in a positive manner, you must be all that you can be emotionally, spiritually, physically, mentally, and relationally. When you stay faithfully committed to improving all aspects of your life, you’ll feel better about yourself, and this confidence will give you the strength to carry on.

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Your emotional health affects your overall sense of worth. Emotional insecurity can make you bitter, which leads to a negative spirit. Healthy emotional understanding, on the other hand, can help you see the positive spin in just about anything, allowing you to find the silver lining in the darkest of days.

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Spiritual strength comes from having a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. It’s all about finding acceptance in Him alone. Your soul is the source of purpose, significance, and inner peace. It’s the most inward part of your being—it drives your convictions, actions, and thoughts which, in turn, drive your faith in God and confidence in the fact that God loves and accepts you no matter what.

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Physical care boosts confidence. Take time to look your best, and you will be more secure in who you are as an individual.

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Faithfully Fit, continued >>>

Mental strength is power. Never stop learning. Keep up on current events, take a class, or learn a new skill—whatever the case, give your brain an assignment. Make it work for a living.

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Relational ties between family, friends, co-workers, and peers influence us for good or bad. These people can make you feel better or worse about yourself, depending on the status of your relationship. In some circumstances, it’s within your realm of control to make a stressful relationship better, but in cases where it isn’t, you must prayerfully let it go.

It’s never too late to be a super (role) model. You too can demonstrate that it’s possible to have faith in oneself by being your best emotionally, spiritually, physically, mentally, and relationally. With this attitude, rejection won’t get you down—it will just make you strive harder the next time.

Romans 15:5 May God, who gives this patience and encouragement, help you live in complete harmony with each other— each with the ATTITUDE of Christ Jesus toward the other. (NLT)

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GetinAway the

Commonwealth of VA

Looking for some great family vacation ideas?

Well, look no further than the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Check out our top ten child-friendly getaway picks for amazing off-the-charts family fun.

Appomattox Historical Park: On Palm Sunday (April 9) 1865, Lee’s surrender at Appomattox Court House, VA signaled the end of the southern states' attempt to create a separate nation. It set the stage for the emergence of an expanded and more powerful federal government. In a sense, the struggle over how much power the central government would hold had finally been settled. A family visit to Appomattox Court House National Historical Park provides a realistic view of an American past. From the museum’s fascinating collection of artifacts and Civil War relics to the rolling hills and wide lanes, this park is truly kid friendly. Cost: Memorial Day until Labor Day the National Park offers a full schedule of daily programs, including living history, ranger talks, and audio-visual programs and charges $4 per person with a $10 maximum per private passenger vehicle.

Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel: Whether you are driving north or south, the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel showcases the mighty surge of the Atlantic Ocean, the beauty of the Chesapeake Bay, and the soaring grace of an engineering marvel. Both a tourist attraction and a travel convenience, the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel connects Virginia’s Eastern Shore (Chincoteague & Assateague Islands) with the Virginia mainland at Virginia Beach near Norfolk.

As you travel across the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel, you can not only stop and stretch your legs, but also enjoy a bite to eat on this man-made island as you observe much of this wildlife in its natural surroundings. Cost: Two-axle, fourtire vehicle (including passenger car, pickup truck, panel truck, station wagon, motorcycle (with all its attachments), and minibus/van with 15 or less seating capacity): $12.00. Return trip within 24 hours (receipt required): $5.00

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Chincoteague & Assateague Islands: The quaint fishing village of Chincoteague Island was the setting for Marguerite Henry’s classic children’s book Misty of Chincoteague, and yes, there are plenty of wild horses (called “ponies”) in Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge on Assateague Island, which also has a guarded beach for swimming during the summer. The highlight of the year is the annual pony swim the last week in July, but it’s also the busiest time of year. VA Assateague Island Cost: Foot/Bicycle: No Fee, 1-Day Vehicle Pass: $8.00; 7-Day Vehicle Pass: $15.00

Colonial Williamsburg: The historic area of Colonial Williamsburg is the best place for children to get a quick lesson in American history. On the streets, they might run into Thomas Jefferson (an actor) and have a conversation about the Declaration of Independence or drill and march with the 18th-century militia.

(Online information is available at www.history.org.) As soon as they get bored, head for Busch Gardens Williamsburg or Water Country USA, two nearby theme parks. CW Cost: 1-Day Ticket: Adult: $41.95; Child: $20.95; Under 6: Free.

(Bush Gardens or Water Country USA costs extra)

Lexington: Lexington, VA is a charming little town filled with history, fine dining, and shops. Free walking tours are available every Friday from April through November. The walking tours begin at the Lexington Visitor Center, pass through the historic downtown and the campus of Washington and Lee University and conclude at the Virginia Military Institute (VMI). Participants may then watch the VMI Full Dress Cadet Parade if one is scheduled or head into the George C. Marshall Museum or VMI Museum (both located at VMI).

Luray Caverns: Luray Caverns is one of the largest and most popular caverns in the eastern United States. It’s an underground world of adventure where the rock formations are different from anything you’ve ever seen. Visitors can see such bizarre formations like the “Throne Room,” “Giant’s Hall,” and “Fried Eggs.” The walkways are paved and well lighted. You’ll never forget your underground experience at Luray Caverns. Cost: Adults: $24.00; Children (ages 6–12): $12.00; Children (ages 5 and under): no charge when accompanied by a parent or guardian; Senior Citizens (ages 62+): $21.00

University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA

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Maymont: Maymont is a 100-acre American estate, an extraordinary gift given to us by James and Sallie Dooley, who lived there from 1893 to 1925.

Whether strolling in the gardens, touring the mansion, or exploring the wildlife exhibits, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Cost: Mansion: $5.00 per person suggested donation; Children’s Farm Barn: $2.00 per person suggested donation; 10-minute Carriage Ride: Adults: $5.00; Children: $3.00; Tram Ride: Adults: $3.00; Children $2.00; Hay Wagon Rides: Adults: $3.00; Children $2.00.

Address: 1700 Hampton St., Richmond, VA 23220

Mount Vernon: George Washington, commander-in-chief of American forces in the Revolutionary War and the first president of the United States, called Mount Vernon home for more than 40 years. George Washington and his wife, Martha Washington, lived at Mount Vernon, which is now the most popular historic estate in America. Situated along the Potomac River in Northern Virginia, Mount Vernon is just 16 miles south of Washington, DC. Cost: Adults (ages 12-61): $17.00; Children (ages 6-11): $8.00; Children (5 and under): free; Senior Adults (ages 62+): $16.00

Peaks of Otter: The Peaks of Otter wilderness area is located along the Blue Ridge Parkway about nine miles from Bedford, VA. The Peaks of Otter is formed by three mountains positioned in a triangular pattern—Sharp Top Mountain (3,875 feet), Flat Top Mountain (4,001 feet), and Harkening Hill (3,372 feet). A beautiful mountain lake rests at the triangle’s center. Dine, picnic, hike, fish, camp…the Peaks of Otter wilderness area is truly one of the Blue Ridge Mountains' best-kept secrets.

Virginia Beach Boardwalk: The boardwalk is built overlooking the ocean, and the views from many of the area hotels are simply breathtaking.

There are numerous monuments and sculptures to stop and enjoy as you stroll along the boardwalk, and there are even a number of live entertainment stages that host great acts throughout the busy season. In addition to a large walking path, there is also a bike path for people to bike or skate. For those looking to enjoy quality fishing, there is also a great fishing pier located just off the boardwalk. Visitors can also find a wide array of museums and historic sites, such as the Old Coast Guard Station, which preserves the history of Virginia’s maritime heritage. the Pentagon, Arlington, VA

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Women of ALL Ages MENTORING Women of ALL Ages

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Tammy Bennett tbennett@sbcv.org — EMAIL 888-234-7716 — PHONE @SBCVgal — TWEET